The Czech Republic is one of the most popular countries that expats choose to move to, because the country has a highly developed social sphere, interesting culture and career opportunities for foreigners. Find out what the cost of living in the Czech Republic is in 2024, namely the prices of housing, food, transport and much more in the country

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The Czech Republic is a country in the EU, which is known for its European standard of living, but which also has another important advantage - its cost is much lower than in other countries of the region. If we add to this the advantageous geographical position of the Czech Republic, in the center of Europe, and the rich culture, the Czech Republic can without a doubt be considered a good choice for emigration. That is why the country is a real magnet for expats, representatives from different parts of the world come here, including citizens of Moldova, the Philippines and Kenya.

Read more about the cost of living in the Czech Republic and what expenses expats should expect when planning to move to the country in this article.

Is it expensive to live in the Czech Republic?

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, ranks 60th out of 227 cities in the Mercer Cost of Living ranking. It is cheaper to live here than in London, Dublin and Milan. The cost of living in other regions of the country, especially in rural areas, will be much lower.

The average cost of living in the Czech Republic per month for one person is about 42,043 kroner (1,650 euros). Approximate monthly expenses for a family of four: 83,035 kroner (3,275 euros).

Prices for renting real estate in the Czech Republic

Renting housing in the Czech Republic is much cheaper than in most countries of Western Europe. In particular, a one-room apartment in the center of Prague will cost 22,800 kroner (900 euros) per month, in more remote areas you can find housing for 15,200 kroner (600 euros) per month. The rental price is affected by the apartment's proximity to the historic city center and the presence of a metro line.

In Ostrava and Brno, rental costs will be slightly lower, as the demand is not as high as in Prague, which has seen a significant increase in the number of expats in recent years. If you choose to share housing or live in smaller cities, you can significantly reduce these costs, sometimes even in half.

Before you rent an apartment, keep in mind that one-room apartments in the Czech Republic often do not include a separate kitchen. It is also worth knowing that when signing the lease agreement, the owner may ask to pay the rent for the first and last month of residence.

The cost of utility services in the Czech Republic

Communal services in the Czech Republic include water supply, payment for electricity, garbage collection, etc. Also, non-specialized utility payments are additionally allocated - lighting in the entrance, cleaning the territory of the house, etc.

In total, the costs are 4,500 kroner (180 euros). The cost may vary depending on the season, as winter heating can increase the bill.

Importantly! In the Czech Republic, electricity and gas contracts are often tied to a specific person, not to a residence.

A stable, high-speed Internet connection costs from 500 to 760 kroner (20 to 30 euros) per month.

Basic prepaid plans start at around 250 kroner (€10) per month, while more comprehensive packages with unlimited data can cost around 760 kroner (€30) per month.

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Food prices in the Czech Republic

Food prices in the Czech Republic are generally affordable. Those who prefer to cook at home, expect to spend around 150-200 euros per month on groceries.

You can buy products at the markets or in the store. In particular, large European retail chains operate in the Czech Republic: the English supermarkets Tesco, the German Aldi and Albert, the local division of the Dutch Ahold Delhaize, as well as Billa and Lidl. Special attention should be paid to farmers' markets, the products here are of high quality and moderate prices.

The average prices for a basic grocery set are as follows: 500 g of boneless chicken breast - 104 kroner (4 euros), 1 liter of milk - 27 kroner (1 euro), 12 large eggs - 76 kroner (3 euros), 1 kg of tomatoes - 61 kroner (2.5 euros), 500 g of local cheese - 172 kroner (6.8 euros), 1 kg of apples - 38 kroner (1.5 euros), 1 kg of potatoes - 30 kroner (1.2 euros).

The cost of eating out and entertainment in the Czech Republic

Lunch for two in an inexpensive restaurant will cost 380 kroner (16 euros), in a middle-class establishment or in a tourist center 800 kroner (32 euros). Tobacco is expensive in the Czech Republic, a pack of cigarettes is 85 crowns (3.5 euros). A bottle of wine - 129 crowns (5 euros), local beer - 18 crowns (0.7 euros).

In addition to traditional Czech restaurants, there are British pubs, French pastry shops, restaurants of Japanese, Korean and Chinese cuisine, as well as many Argentinian steakhouses and even Cuban restaurants.

Two tickets to the Prague Theater - 1,800 kroner (70 euros). An evening at the cinema will cost significantly less than 260 kroner (10 euros).

For fitness lovers, a monthly gym membership costs on average about 760-1300 kroner (30-50 euros).

Prices for transport in the Czech Republic

Public transport in the Czech Republic is not only efficient, but also relatively cheap. It is better to use it for trips around the city. 1 trip will cost 26 kroner (1 euro). Travel ticket for 1 month 540 kroner (20 euros). The pass applies to all types of transport and does not limit the number of trips.

Intercity transportation in the Czech Republic is represented by buses and trains.

The cost of 1 liter of fuel is approximately from 1.29 euros to 1.36 euros. To travel on toll highways, you need to buy a car vignette, which is sold at gas stations and costs 55.5 euros per year.

Medical services

The Czech Republic has a high level of health care. Holders of state insurance policies receive free medical services. The basic monthly package will cost 2,000 kroner (80 euros) per person. It includes a doctor's examination and the dispensing of prescription drugs.

A visit to the doctor, for those who do not have insurance, will cost 25-30 euros. Dental services are especially expensive.

Moving to the Czech Republic will be a good stage in your life, because it is a country with a rich culture, rich life, good career prospects for foreigners, as well as its favorable cost.

We will remind you! The Czech Republic is a country in the very heart of Europe that hospitably welcomes remote workers. We have already told why a digital nomad should move to the Czech Republic, which cities in the country are the best for expats to live in, and what are the features of the visa procedure.

Igor Usyk - Head of Migration department at VisitWorld

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